India, Nov. 19 -- Bourns has announced the opening of its first design centre in India, choosing Bangalore as the location for its new 8,000 square foot facility. The centre is positioned as a hub for customer collaboration, rapid prototyping and local technical support.

The company says the new site gives customers access to tools, reference designs and guidance built around its electronic components for power, protection and sensing applications. The aim is to help teams validate designs faster while working directly with engineering, product management and marketing groups.

The design centre is built to support cross-functional work. Customers will be able to carry out hands-on co-design activities and receive technical education. Th...